Danny Bendas, a Managing Partner of Synergy Restaurant Consultants since 1989, has more than 35 years of practical food service experience and has worked for numerous restaurant operations ranging from quick-serve to fine dining establishments. Following his culinary education, Danny became the opening chef at Houlihan’s Old Place in Kansas City, Mo., and was rapidly promoted to the company’s first regional/corporate chef position.

Later in his career, Danny was chef at the acclaimed American Restaurant in Kansas City; Director of Operations for American Food Service Enterprises (food service division of Hallmark Cards) in Kansas City; and Vice President, Food & Beverage for Nanco Enterprises in Santa Barbara, Calif., an operator of a nationwide chain of casual theme and steakhouse restaurants. At Synergy, he has partnered with more than 225 clients, providing services ranging from new concept development, menu innovation, and operations assessments to strategic planning and management development.

Danny earned a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University, an AAS degree from Bucks County Community College, and an AOS from the Culinary Institute of America, where he received the Waldorf Astoria Scholastic Achievement Award.

Synergy Consultants specializes in optimizing restaurant and food service operations. Our expertise encompasses performance audits, operational efficiency, revenue and profit strategies, systems development, technology integration, turnarounds, and growth strategies. We are dedicated to helping restaurant businesses achieve their full potential.

Synergy Consultants offers comprehensive restaurant development and startup services. Our expertise includes concept and brand development, full-scale restaurant launches, menu and recipe creation, food service and community food and beverage programs, brand refreshes, and new concept development. We are dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs from idea to execution.

Synergy Consultants offers tailored training and education programs for the restaurant industry. Our services include leadership coaching, custom training programs, and a comprehensive restaurant management training course. We are dedicated to developing the skills and knowledge of restaurant professionals to enhance their performance and drive success.